ORV access in trouble

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For those of you who ejoy off roading, there is a fight going on in North Carolina to limit and ultimately ban ORV use on the outerbanks. Massachussetts, Maryland, Delware, etc. have faced this threat and lost. It is up to us to voice our opinions and keep public lands like this open. What happens here will influence what happens in other states. Please take time to fill out the form below. If the adobe fill does not open, go to ncbba.org

An Open Letter from:


Jim Keene, President January 1, 2008

NCBBA



Dear Members:



I have tried to keep you informed of the progress or lack there of for Negotiated Rulemaking that is taking place to guide the NPS in formulating ORV regulations needed for Cape Hatteras National Seashore Recreational Area. The first “official” meetings of the committee are scheduled for January 3-4, 2008. If successful during the next 2 or more years the committee members will formulate recommendations palatable to all parties involved, including the NPS. If we are not successful the NPS will write these regulations with or without our input.



While the committee formulates acceptable recommendations, the NPS will, as required by NEPA (National Environmental Policy Act), develop the final ORV Management Plan for our seashore. As required by NEPA the NPS must involve the general public through a series of public meetings and by accepting written comments from all interested citizens. (WORKBOOK)



Are you interested in the future of Cape Hatteras National Seashore Recreational Area?



The NPS has released a workbook to be completed by the public as a means to be heard during these critical times. You can download the workbook, cover page and maps by clicking on the appropriate PDF links below:






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Alternatively, you can voice your opinion and deliver your workbook in person by attending a scheduled public meeting listed below. This workbook has 84 pages----don’t let it intimidate you! (I guarantee the enviromentalists will fill them out by the hundreds.) The questions are multiple choice with space to enter your personal comments. You don’t have to write letters or give speeches. Work on it as your time allows but be sure it is returned via US mail or over the internet by January 31, 2008.



The swords are drawn, the fight is on and you must decide to join us or walk away. Please help us maintain our rights of access to our National Seashore.



Sincerely,

Jim Keene, President

NCBBA

jkeene@franklineq.com



Public Meeting Times and Locations:



Buxton, North Carolina

Monday, January 14, 2008 - 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Fessenden Center – Located on Rt. 12, on the right, just inside the Village of Buxton

5:00 pm to 6:00 pm Open House

6:00 pm to 6:20 pm NPS Presentation

6:20 pm to 8:00 pm Open House



Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina

Tuesday, January 15, 2008 – 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Wright Brothers National Memorial First Flight Centennial Pavilion, 8 ½ Milepost Hwy. 158, Kill Devil Hills, NC.

5:00 pm to 6:00 pm Open House

6:00 pm to 6:20 pm NPS Presentation

6:20 pm to 8:00 pm Open House



Raleigh, North Carolina

Wednesday, January 16, 2008 - 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm

McKimmon Center (North Carolina State Campus)

1101 Gorman Street, Raleigh, NC 27695

5:00 pm to 6:00 pm Open House

6:00 pm to 6:20 pm NPS Presentation

6:20 pm to 8:00 pm Open House



Richmond, VA

Thursday, January 17, 2008 - 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Comfort Inn Conference Center Midtown

3200 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23230

5:00 pm to 6:00 pm Open House

6:00 pm to 6:20 pm NPS Presentation

6:20 pm to 8:00 pm Open House